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<v SPEAKER_00>God is a loving God.

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<v SPEAKER_00>He is a merciful God.

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<v SPEAKER_00>He is a present God.

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<v SPEAKER_00>The Bible says He is a good shepherd.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Think about the role of a shepherd for a moment.

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<v SPEAKER_00>In order for a shepherd to be good, he must be present.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Today we are going to lean into this truth.

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<v SPEAKER_00>The God who created the cosmos is also our ever-present shepherd.

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<v SPEAKER_00>God's goodness doesn't chase us for a moment.

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<v SPEAKER_00>It follows us all of our days.

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<v SPEAKER_00>It carries constant, its presence sure.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Remind yourself of this today.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Thank God that his goodness follows you into every place, every season, every moment.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Now, ask God to help you notice his goodness at work today, in big ways and even small ones.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Practice putting away any distracting thoughts so you can truly focus on the good things he has done.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Even if you feel like there aren't many in this season, remember it is just a seasonal.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Embrace the peace that comes with it.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Ask God to remind them that His goodness surrounds them.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Amen.